OTHER PLACES

KYAIKHTIYO PAGODA (GOLDEN ROCK)

Second famous Pagoda in Myanmar , about 6 hours drive from Yangon. It situated in Kyaikhto Township in Mon state.The sacred boulder , covered in gold leaf is balance precariously on the very edge of cliff. The pagoda is not only famous in the world but also famous in Myanmar. Regular car or coaches reach only Kinpun Base Camp at the fond of the hills , from there you will take by open truck up to Yathay Taung . Then you will be trek up hill about 45 minutes to the main Pagoda. The 9000 candle lighting festival is a Popular among the events in Myanmar.

MAWLAMYINE (MOULMINE)

Mawlamyine is the capital city and largest city in Mon state. About 180 miles away from Yangon. The city sits on the coast of Taninthayi. During the colonial times , the city had a substantial Anglo- Burmese population , an area of the city was known as " Little England". The old Death railway is also a diverted route from Mawlamyine at the town of Than byuzayat. There has a War Cemetery was created by Army Graves Services who transferred to it all (3671)graves a long the northern section of the railway , between Mawlamyine and Thailand. There are now 3149 Commonwealth and 621 Dutch burials of the II World War in the cemetery.

KYAING TONG (KENGTUNG)

Kyaing Tong is the sleepy but historic capital of the Shan state. The city is the real center of the Golden Triangle. You can visit around the ethnic minority villages of Akha, Lahu, Wa and Shans. All the tourist are happy and interest to make a day return trekking around the city.

TAUNG OO

Taungoo was one ancient city in 15th Century , on the way going to Mandalay, Naypyidaw and Inle Lake. Most tourist when the make a countryside tour just stop for a night. The city around the wood forest there you can visit elephant working camps.

HSIBAW

Hsibaw( called Thibaw in Burmese ) was once the center of a small northern Shan state of it's own and is becoming a popular hangout for travelers, thanks to its cool climate and relaxed atmosphere. Tourist enjoy to make for a day trip from Pyin Oo Lwin to Hsibaw to see the famous Gokteik Viaduct ,that bridge over the deep gorge 100 years ago,the second highest railway bridge in the world. Around the Hsibaw traveler can make a day return trekking trip to hill peoples.

PUTAO

The city situated 457 m above the sea level. The area of the whole district is about 3369 sq kilometer. Ther are living in Lisu , Rawang , Khanti –shan and Jingphaw. Snow capped mountain is in this city ,so the weather is cold in every season. Ma Chan Baw , 19 km away from Putao , connected by Malikha suspension bridge which is 211m long.Putao is the gateway to a scenic region of snow capped mountain and wild rivers.

MYAITKYINA

Myaikyina is the largest town in Kachin State. From Myaitkyina visitor can tour the confluence (myitson) of Maykha and Malikha, the source of the Ayeyarwady river. There are regular flights from Yangon and Mandalay to Myitkyina.

MYEIK (MERGUI ARCHIPELAGO)

The Myeik ( Mergui Archipelago ), located in southernmost point of Myanmar, comprises of over 500 gorgeous islands. The Sea Gypsies live on boats during dry season and remain on land during the rainy season. Their ways of life and customs are so characteristic and unique that saloone festival will be lunched with an aim to attract international tourism as well as to promote marine Eco-tourism around the islands in the Myeik Archipelago. A visit to their village offers glimpse into a unique culture. Salone traditional Festival was held at Ma Kyone Galet village on the Bocho Island , near the lampi Island. Around the Islands traveler can dive with clean and blue water.